The Miami Heat Upset the Boston Celtics in Game 1

The Miami Heat beat the Boston Celtics 102-90 in game one of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals.

Both teams trading blows and neither team able to take a lead in the first half

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The turning point came when Butler blocked a shot by Kyrie Irving, and then made two free throws after being fouled on his way down from the block.

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Butler finished with 26 points on 8-of-13 shooting, and he also grabbed six rebounds and had four assist

He was at his best when Miami needed him most, scoring 12 points in a row for Miami during one stretch late

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Jimmy Butler led his team to victory by scoring 22 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, while also adding three assists and a steal.

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The Miami Heat ended up winning game one of the playoff series against the Boston Celtics 96-91.

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Butler has been one of the most productive players in the league over the past few seasons. He has been a huge contributor to the Timberwolves and Bulls for years.

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Jimmy Butler is an American professional basketball player who currently plays as a small forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

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